Dental Hygienist

Heart City Health is looking for a Registered Dental Hygienist!

This is a wonderful opportunity to be part of a mission-driven organization dedicated to improving the health and well-being of our communities. As a valued member of our dental team, you will play an important role in delivering exceptional patient care while working alongside compassionate and talented professionals. We are committed to supporting your growth, fostering a collaborative environment, and ensuring you have the tools and resources needed to succeed. We look forward to learning more about you and exploring how your skills and passion for patient care can contribute to our team.

Position Summary:

The Registered Dental Hygienist is responsible for providing high-quality preventive and therapeutic oral health care services to patients in a clinical setting. This role includes performing dental cleanings, periodontal care, oral health assessments, and patient education to promote optimal oral hygiene and overall health. The Dental Hygienist works collaboratively with dentists and the dental care team to support comprehensive treatment planning and ensure a positive patient experience. This position requires strong clinical skills, attention to detail, and a patient-centered approach focused on education, prevention, and compassionate care.

Essential Functions:

Greets and seats patients, making them as comfortable as possibleChecks every patients medical history for alerts, allergies and medicationsVerifies procedure to be performed with patient; investigates further if a toothache is the chief complaintPrepares proper procedural tray; associated instruments and materialsPrepares and maintains dental instruments (sterilize), rooms (sterilize), supplies and equipmentManages patients during dental procedures keeping them comfortablePerforms oral health care assessments that include reviewing patients health history, dental charting and oral cancer screeningTake dental x-rays and develop themRemoves plaque, stain and calculus deposits from above and below the gumline using dental instrumentsApplies cavity-preventive agents such as fluorides and sealants to the teethTeaches patients proper oral hygiene techniques to maintain healthy teeth and gumsCounsels patients on plaque control and developing individualized at home oral hygiene programsCounsels patients on the importance of good nutrition for maintaining optimal oral healthFeels and visually examines gums for sores and signs of diseaseCharts conditions of decay and disease for diagnosis and treatment by the dentistFeels lymph nodes under the patients chin to detect swelling or tenderness that could indicate presence of oral cancerExamines gums, using probes, to locate periodontal recessed gums and signs of gum disease and educates patient if applicableRemoves excess cement from the coronal surfaces of teethEnters complete and accurate chart notes documenting each patients visit Prints out and delivers accurate route slips to front desk for patient check-outOther duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Excellent communication skills; active listening as well as written and oral comprehension/communication skills; Gives full attention to what individuals are saying, understands the point being made, asks appropriate questions to gain better knowledge of situation(s) and repeats information to ensure understandingExcellent customer service skills; actively seeks ways to assist internal and external customers within the scope of assigned dutiesGood computer skills; Outlook, Windows, Microsoft Office applications; Dentrix exposure preferredGood time management skills; self evaluates the use of time and understands how others may be affectedCultural diversity awareness and skills; respects all people regardless of race, nationality or social standingAbility to work independently (self motivating) and as a team memberAbility to develop a collaborative therapeutic alliance with individuals and make accurate professional judgmentsAbility to build and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, providers, managers, patients and vendorsProblem sensitivity skills; empathetic/understandingDeductive reasoning and problem-solving skillsOrganized and detail orientedBilingual (Spanish/English) language skills helpful

Education, Experience and Licensure:

Must have a valid and current Dental Hygienist LicenseMust have a current CPR cardMinimum of 1-2 years experience as a Hygienist preferred

Physical Demands:

May sit and/or stand for long periods of timeMust be able to see and hear within normal range with or without correction device(s)Dexterity and hand to eye coordination as normally associated with operating office equipment, computers and telephones

Work Environment:

Professional, fast-pace office work environmentMay be exposed to bodily fluid and blood borne pathogens risking infectious disease exposureWere proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial security, and overall well-being, including:

Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverageA strong commitment to work-life balance enjoy weekends offEmployer-paid life insurance for added peace of mindShort-term and long-term disability coverageOptional Aflac supplemental insurance plans403(b) retirement savings plan with employer matching contributionsEmployee Assistance Program (EAP) for confidential support and resourcesEmployee discount programs to help you save on everyday purchasesThis package reflects our commitment to taking care of our team so you can focus on doing meaningful work and thriving both inside and outside of work.